Press Releases

Newport and Jamestown Bridges Closed to Commercial Vehicles

The Pell Bridge in Newport and the Verrazano Bridge in Jamestown have been closed to commercial vehicle traffic due to sustained winds of 58 miles per hour. At this time, this does not impact passenger vehicles.

For regularly updated information on closures and parking bans, visit www.riema.ri.gov and click on the Latest Closing and Delays tab.